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Newspaper
Democratic Northwest
Location
Napoleon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1887
Page
6
A former editor argues for dry road beds as the core of durable roads. Thorough drainage, including central grading and open side ditches, is essential. Tile drains near the center and sides prevent water from undermining foundations, while proper maintenance avoids standing water and costly repairs.
Fragmented report describes religious fervor and panic in Georgia and nearby areas as prayer meetings rise and mobs fear occult influence. Mentions Terrie Korthenake in March, a youth on Mrs Melanw’s farm, and a Dallas boy named Frank Winn amid tales of witchcraft and devilry. Also notes a Virginia judge fining a man over moon tides beliefs.
A nine year old Minneapolis girl, Fanny Treiber, allegedly develops mediumistic power. Despite no schooling she writes messages in a right to left hand, claiming to channel deceased relatives. Her mother witnesses trance writing and a businessman reports a message from a late wife revealing private details. A panic test is planned.
The notice discusses keeping hens for daily fresh eggs year round and offers tips to prevent spoilage. It reviews aging eggs, noting no reliable method to keep freshness beyond months, mentions salting, coal ash storage, and lime-water treatments, with cautions on quality after long storage.
General Dobility notes Beatt's Emulsion of Pure Cod Liver Oil with Hypophosphites as a powerful treatment for consumption wasting and related conditions. A Morgana hospital steward cites a case where Scotts Emulsion aided a young man, stopping cough, increasing flesh, and prolonging life.
The Missouri Senate probes executive department practices led by Senator Cockrell. The committee weighs work simplification versus patronage, asks if civil service reform improves efficiency, and whether the push to mechanize procedures truly serves the public. The piece notes visitor access limits and the public’s demand for clearer government transparency.
Literary notes praise Sea and Land from Day Linnham Co and the appeal of Demorest's Monthly. The May issue introduces a new Sanitarian series for women, adds Allan Quatermain interest, and announces a pattern collection for subscribers. Prohibition Britain is covered and Lydia E. Pinkham's remedy promotes beauty and health.
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